2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1986 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 44 L |
